Lance FredericksI can't recall the exact time, but I used to visit a friend who lived just a short distance from our home, and each time I arrived at his house, I would see his grandmother completely absorbed in her Bible.
In the end, one day, my curiosity overpowered me, and I felt compelled to ask, "Why do you believe your grandmother reads the Bible so frequently?"
I'm not certain," my friend said, "but I believe she's preparing for her final exams.
Now, although I am not studying intensively, I have discovered significant benefit in engaging with the Holy Scripture; it offers intriguing reading and captivating analysis.
I have 12 copies that I have collected over the years, but that's just my physical ones. I occasionally browse online to compare more traditional versions with the more flexible paraphrases.
And to address the obvious question, the answer is YES, of course I have other books! However, these days I struggle to find much time for reading. Working at a newspaper keeps me reading all day, and by the time I finish, the last thing I want to do is settle down with a book.
However, I frequently discovered the greatest pleasure and calm in reading.
For instance, one day I was assigned to assist someone in renewing their vehicle's registration in Polokwane. I arrived at the traffic office around 9 a.m., and by that time, the line stretched out of the main building, wrapped around the courtyard's edge, and extended through the main entrance.
This occurred prior to the era of smartphones, so individuals simply waited. However, the day before, I had purchased a book:Monster, by Frank Peretti, from a bookstore, and I began reading immediately after joining the queue.
Soon, the captivating experience unique to reading enveloped me; I read and moved around, progressing slowly for the next few hours, with my thoughts far away.
Before I realized it, I found myself on the building's porch, sheltered from the sun. I glanced at my watch and saw that hours had gone by, and soon after, I was at the entrance. At this point, I had only four chapters left, and the narrative was reaching its climax. I even considered asking the people behind me if they wanted to move forward so I could finish the remaining pages in quiet.
That is the enchantment of a book that cannot be explained, described, or shown to you; you must read it and truly immerse yourself in it to feel its essence.
Last week, on a sudden impulse, I visited one of our city's libraries. The variety of books showcased made my heart race. I recalled that sensation I used to experience in high school, longing to read every book on every shelf at the Judy Scott Library.
The idea that came to me was that I truly hope young people are making use of what libraries provide: Books that you can read at no cost!
Indeed, the range of books available in bookstores is remarkable, overwhelming, and highly impressive, yet I find the costs somewhat expensive. For instance, one or two Bibles I purchased during a sale now carry a price tag exceeding R1,000.
Additionally, if you're searching for the top-selling book online, I recommend having your medication ready. The costs might leave you in tears. I understand that printing isn't inexpensive, and authors need to earn a living too, but there must be a way to make literature more reasonably priced.
It concerns me that if individuals don't find that excitement of reading on their own, they might overlook the pleasure of being fully immersed in a narrative—the sort of enchantment that can't be learned, but must be felt.
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